This engaging, sea-centric spot is a unique institution running accredited courses in traditional boat building (from one week to build a kayak, up to eight weeks for a dinghy), using Tasmanian timbers. A volunteer guide will walk you through the centre, where you can watch boats being cobbled together and catch a glorious whiff of Huon pine.
Wooden Boat Centre
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